Easy DIY Coin Purse Tutorial: Kiss Clasp C-Purse

Updated at: 12/05/2025

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding crafting project that results in a stylish and practical accessory? Then look no further! This easy DIY tutorial will guide you through the creation of a charming kiss clasp C-purse, perfect for holding coins, small jewelry, or even emergency cash. Forget expensive store-bought purses – you can create a personalized and unique piece that perfectly matches your style, all with minimal effort and readily available materials. This project is ideal for beginners, requiring only basic sewing skills and a few simple tools.

This adorable coin purse utilizes a convenient kiss clasp closure, adding a touch of elegance to its compact design. You'll be surprised how quickly and easily you can stitch this little gem together. Ready to transform fabric scraps into a beautiful, functional keepsake? Let’s dive into the step-by-step process and create your very own kiss clasp C-purse!

Preparation and Safety Guidelines

Tools Needed
  • Faux leather
  • Kiss clasps
  • Needle with large eye
  • Embroidery floss
  • Template
  • Scissors
  • Optional: Super glue
Safety Guidelines
  • Always supervise children if they are participating in any part of this project, especially when using sharp tools like scissors or the kiss clasp.
  • Use caution when working with the kiss clasp. The edges can be sharp. Handle it gently to avoid injury.
  • Ensure the fabric you choose is strong enough to hold the weight of your coins and withstand regular use. Avoid delicate or easily-torn materials.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prepare Materials and Initial Stitching

    • Cut out the faux leather template.
    • Knot the embroidery floss and begin stitching the bottom hole of the template.
    • Sew up and back down through the holes, ensuring stitches are tight but not too tight to avoid splitting the faux leather.
    • Reinforce the corners by stitching two times around.
    Reinforce the corners by stitching two times around.Reinforce the corners by stitching two times around.Reinforce the corners by stitching two times around.Reinforce the corners by stitching two times around.
    Prepare Materials and Initial Stitching
    • Continue stitching along the edge, creating a solid stitch.
    Continue stitching along the edge, creating a solid stitch.
    Prepare Materials and Initial Stitching

  2. Close the Bottom

    • Squash the template to make it flat and sew across the back through the five holes.
    • Sew through two holes on either side, reinforcing the corners.
    • Create a loop around the end of the fold and continue stitching.
    • Repeat steps 6-8 on the other side.
    Repeat steps 6-8 on the other side.Repeat steps 6-8 on the other side.Repeat steps 6-8 on the other side.Repeat steps 6-8 on the other side.
    Close the Bottom

  3. Turn and Finish

    • Tie off the embroidery floss by creating a loop and pulling it tight.
    • Turn the purse inside out carefully using a blunt object to help push out the corners.
    Turn the purse inside out carefully using a blunt object to help push out the corners.Turn the purse inside out carefully using a blunt object to help push out the corners.
    Turn and Finish

  4. Stitch the Top Edge

    • Slide the embroidery floss to hold the top and begin stitching the top edge.
    • Continue stitching the top edge all the way around.
    • Tie off the embroidery floss, creating a knot and securing it with super glue.
    Tie off the embroidery floss, creating a knot and securing it with super glue.Tie off the embroidery floss, creating a knot and securing it with super glue.Tie off the embroidery floss, creating a knot and securing it with super glue.
    Stitch the Top Edge

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Tips

  • Use high-quality, thick faux leather to prevent splitting during stitching.
  • Don't pull stitches too tight to avoid damaging the faux leather.
  • Use a needle with a large eye to easily thread the embroidery floss.
  • Reinforce the corners with extra stitches for added durability.
  • Use a blunt object to help turn the purse inside out without damaging the stitches.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Uneven Stitching

Reason: Inconsistent tension while hand-stitching or machine stitching can lead to a lopsided or unprofessional-looking purse.
Solution: Maintain consistent tension throughout the stitching process, using a thimble for hand-stitching and adjusting your machine's settings for machine stitching.

2. Incorrect Kiss Clasp Placement

Reason: Improperly positioning the kiss clasp before securing it can result in a poorly fitting or unusable purse.
Solution: Carefully center the clasp and ensure it closes securely before permanently attaching it to the purse.

FAQs

What type of fabric is best for making a kiss clasp C-purse?
Medium-weight fabrics like cotton, linen, or even faux leather work well. Avoid anything too flimsy that might tear easily, or too thick that will be difficult to sew and make the purse bulky.